FORD 2003 Crown Victoria v.4 - Manual (Page 231)

Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Rear axle lubricant 5 Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
2.4L (5.0 pints)
Windshield washer
fluid Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate
Fill to line on reservoir
1 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON
௡ and
MERCON
௡ V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON௡ and
MERCON
௡ V. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide to determine
the correct service interval.
3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refill
capacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts).
4 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5 Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is used for
normal service. See your scheduled maintenance guide for Severe Duty
requirements.
Traction-Lok axles use 2.1-2.3L (4.50-4.75 pints) of rear axle lubricant.
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axle.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to
14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
6 Use of sythetic or sythetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil
need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H
and the API Certification mark.
2003 Crown Victoria (cro)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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